As a Reading Resource teacher, Vanessa Hand, BS Valparaiso University, has experienced transitions. From student teaching into the workforce as a substitute teacher, to Title 1 teacher and now the addition of an English Language Learner Teacher of Record. Mrs. Hand has always taught in Portage Township Schools working with children from Kindergarten to fifth grade. She has also experienced transitions by being under the leadership of three different elementary principals.  Each year has new challenges that have fostered growth in knowledge and compassion.